How to Pronounce Mama

To pronounce "mama", say MAM-a — 2 syllables, IPA /məˈmɑː/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

4

Letters

/məˈmɑː/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “mama”

"mama" has 2 syllables: mam-a. It rhymes with melodrama and trauma, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: mamma, momma — easy to mix up when writing.

What does mama mean?

noun

  1. (hypocoristic, usually childish) Mother, female parent.

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Words that rhyme with mama

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

melodramatraumachromabromamammamommaramacaumacommakaamallamasquama

Related words

mommommymummommamammymatermummymamma

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "mama"?▾

"Mama" has 2 syllables: mam · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "mama"?▾

The IPA transcription of "mama" is /məˈmɑː/.

What does "mama" mean?▾

Mama: (hypocoristic, usually childish) Mother, female parent.

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